Stuffed Chicken Thighs and Cauliflower (One-Pan Meal)

dry jasmine rice (un-rinsed)

water

salt

olive oil (plus more to drizzle chicken)

butter

medium carrots (grated on the large holes)

medium onion (finely diced)

medium cheddar cheese (grated on large holes)

salt and black pepper

to 8 medium boneless skinless chicken thighs*

head cauliflower (cut into large florets**)